Humanities & Social Sciences

The selection of the candidates for the MA programme is based on the scores obtained in the last qualifying exam. However, the merit lists of the candidates will be released by the institute based on their academic performance. The application process can only be initiated after submitting the application form available on the official website. Once selected, students need to submit the required documents for verification and pay their admission fee to ensure their seat in the institute. For students to qualify, they have to meet the qualification criteria.

The MA in English course at Dr. MGR Educational and Research Institute spans over four semesters, dealing with theoretical and practical aspects. Candidates can refer to the list of some of the syllabi of MA in English:

• British Poetry  
• European Drama  
• World Literature  
• Professional Writing  
• English for Competitive Examination  
• American Literature  
• Language and Linguistics  
• Shakespeare  
• Popular Literature  
• Film and Literature

Madras Christian College is relatively a good choice for an MA programme over Dr. MGR Educational and Research Institute (MGRERI). The tuition fee for MA at Madras Christian College is INR 56,900, while the tuition fee for MA in MGRERI ranges from INR 1 Lacs to INR 3 lakh. On top of the above, Madras Christian College gets an overall Shiksha rating of 4.3/5, and MGRERI has been rated 3.7/5, indicating that student satisfaction and quality of learning overall are much better here. Other factors that may be considered are also placements, expertise of faculty, specialisations, etc.

Yes, candidates can get admission for MCom at Dr. MGR Educational and Research Institute after Class 12. Based on the eligibility criteria, students must have a proper higher secondary certificate from any recognised board across the country with a valid aggregate percentage in a relevant stream. Students need to satisfy the preset eligibility criteria for this programme. The selection is based on the academic performance of the candidates in the last qualified exam.

After completing MA from Dr MGR Educational and Research Institute, students have a wide range of career prospects in the private and government sectors. They can pursue their careers as Educator, Economist, Content Writer, etc. Check out the list of some career opportunities after MA:

Yes, students have various career options in government sectors after completing the MA from Dr. MGR Educational and Research Institute. However, to apply in the government sectors, candidates must undergo the required eligibility and qualify through the accepted entrance exam. Some popular government jobs for MA graduates are listed below:

B.A. in History also develops strong research and writing abilities. Students engage in extensive research projects, learning to analyse primary sources like documents and artifacts. This training enhances their capacity to produce well-reasoned arguments and articulate complex ideas clearly.

B.A. in History provides graduates with a versatile skill set applicable to many professions and provides a profound understanding of humanity's past, making it a meaningful and practical choice for those interested in exploring and interpreting the complexities of our world.

It offers a great educational experience with many benefits. You can study past events, cultures, and societies, and learn how historical topics build current global issues. 

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BA History

Students who enjoy learning about Psychology can read various books that have been written about PG Diploma in Psychology. 

• Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl

• Predictably Irrational by Dan Ariely

• Games People Play by  Eric Berne

• Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell

• Influence: Science and Practice by Robert B. Cialdini